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Heather Reese

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Weighing In: Proteins, cabohydrates, fats - how much do we need?

Question: I've found many tables with estimated calorie requirements, but nothing about proteins, cabohydrates and fats requirements. 55% carbohydrates, 15% fats and 30% proteins are ok? (I am a girl and I have 17 years old). Can you help me, please?Heather: This is a really great question. And I’m very glad to hear you ask about... Read moreChevron
posted 10/05/2008, comments (2)|
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Using a Heart Rate Monitor

Basics of using the heart rate monitor. Nobody wants a new gadget in his life but using a heart rate monitor is a superb idea to help you get much more out of aerobic exercise. So, WHAT IS IT? It's a simple gadget that tells you how hard your heart is working...in particular, how many times a minute it is beating. Almost all such monitors... Read moreChevron
posted 05/19/2008, comment (1)|
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Sun-Dried Tomatoes - A Healthy Secret Ingredient

My secret ingredient this week will add zip to almost any sandwich, salad - even breakfast eggs - without adding calories, excess sodium or measurable fat.   Sun-dried tomatoes are packed with the same nutritional goodness as their fresh counterparts - Lycopene, antioxidants and vitamin C.  After all, these are just dried-up,... Read moreChevron
posted 04/30/2008, comment (1)|
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Running for the Older Athlete

I have been poking around at getting back into running for the past few months, with variable success. I worked with a running coach a couple of times, to see if my technique was off, and she gave some great tips about running from the core, and stride, etc., but my feet and shins and Achilles tendon still weren't happy with the process, so I... Read moreChevron
posted 04/09/2008, comment (1)|
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Sloane Miller

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From Fran Costigan: Ultimate Chocolate Sauce

Keep a jar of this versatile, delicious, and virtually fat-free sauce in your refridgerator; I am sure you will think of many ways to use it. I like to drizzles a few spoonfuls over puddings, cakes, and nondairy desserts (eating it directly off a spoon is an option!). Yield: 1 and 1/2 cups Ingredients:  1/2 cup water3/4 cup... Read moreChevron
posted 02/11/2008, comments (0)|
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